100 Most Intriguing Baby Names Predicted to be Popular in 2016

We are barely halfway through January, and already there are plenty of hot baby names predictions for the year ahead. Nameberry, one of the most popular baby name websites has published the 100 most intriguing baby names predicted to be popular in 2016. Is your baby’s name on this list?

For this list of intriguing names, Nameberry chose 100 names that would be “both adorable for a 2016 baby, and most likely serve her or him well into the 22nd century”.

There are lots of unusual names like Zephyr, Nova and Xanthe and a growing trend in the number of names that can now be used for either boy or girl, like Charlie, James and Robin.

More traditional names are also predicted to make a comeback in 2016, with Agnes, Rufus and Declan making the list, and flower names for girls, like Marigold, Magnolia & Poppy are all expected to be popular. Read 16 Vintage Baby Names That Will Last Through Time.

Here is their list of 100 intriguing baby names and why they chose each name, lots of inspiration for expectant parents.